We all want sun protection — but not at the cost of our health. Many mainstream sunscreens are filled with harmful ingredients that can mess with your hormones, irritate your skin, and even harm marine life.
Here are 5 ingredients to avoid in sunscreen:
❌ Oxybenzone
- Known endocrine disruptor
- Linked to allergies, reproductive issues, and hormone imbalances
- Harmful to coral reefs (banned in Hawaii)
❌ Octinoxate
- Disrupts thyroid and hormone function
- Absorbed easily into the body
- Toxic to marine ecosystems
❌ Homosalate
- Breaks down into harmful byproducts
- Enhances chemical absorption through the skin
- May accumulate in body tissues
❌ Avobenzone
- Unstable in sunlight (breaks down quickly)
- Can form free radicals that damage cells
- Requires stabilizers that may be irritating
❌ Fragrance (Parfum)
- Can contain dozens of undisclosed chemicals
- Common cause of skin irritation and allergies
- Linked to hormone disruption and respiratory issues
- General rule of thumb: avoid ALL products with “fragrance” or “parfum”
A Safer Way to Glow in the Sun☀️
Say hello to Tallow, Sunny Sun Balm — your skin’s sunshine sidekick.
Crafted with just 5 simple ingredients, it’s clean, nourishing, and safe for the whole family.
What makes it shine:
✅ Mineral sun protection from 23% non-nano zinc oxide (SPF est. 25–30)
✅ Non-greasy finish
✅ Moisturizes + protects (no more dry post-sun skin)
✅ Safe for sensitive skin, babies, and the reef
✅ Made with organic, recognizable ingredients — nothing toxic, ever
Whether you're heading to the beach, out for a hike, or chasing kiddos around the park — Tallow, Sunny has your back (literally).
Wonderfully Made AZ was born from our own skincare struggles and rooted in our belief that we are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). We’re here to help you care for your skin in the way it deserves — with ingredients that nourish, not harm.
Stay sunny and safe out there ☀️
– Angie + RJ
🧪 References
Want to learn more about sunscreen safety? Check out these studies and reports highlighting concerns about chemical sunscreens and the benefits of mineral alternatives:
- Matta, M. K., Zusterzeel, R., Pilli, N. R., et al. (2019). Effect of sunscreen application under maximal use conditions on plasma concentration of sunscreen active ingredients: A randomized clinical trial. Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). Read Study
- Downs, C. A., Kramarsky-Winter, E., Segal, R., et al. (2016). Toxicopathological effects of the sunscreen UV filter, oxybenzone (benzophenone-3), on coral planulae and cultured primary cells. Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology. Read Study
- Environmental Working Group. (2025). The trouble with sunscreen ingredients. EWG’s Guide to Sunscreens. Read Report
- National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (2022). Review of fate, exposure, and effects of sunscreens in aquatic environments and implications for sunscreen usage and policy. Read Report
